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Spinach Appetizer - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Spinach Appetizer Recipe

Spinach Appetizer has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 18.8g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. With 4 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and average PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items.

It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong.

Ideally consumed as an Appetizer.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Spinach Appetizer has been given a composite ranking of 76, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein6%
 Calories from Fat68%
 Calories from Carbs26%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A3.9 IU0.1%Mid 40%Average
Retinol39.4 mcg
Vitamin C12.2 mg20.4%Top 30%High
Vitamin D3.9 IU1%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.56 mg2.8%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate86.1 mcg21.5%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium70 mg7%Top 30%High
Iron1.1 mg6.2%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium38.3 mg9.6%Top 30%High
Phosphorus58.3 mg5.8%Mid 40%Average
Potassium335 mg9.6%Top 10%Very High
Sodium200.9 mg8.4%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.56 mg3.7%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.56 mg27.8%Top 10%Very High
Selenium1.7 mcg2.4%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate10.4 g3.5%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber1.3 g5.1%Mid 40%Average
Sugars2.2 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2.2 g4.4%Bottom 30%Low
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0 mg
Glutamic Acid0.6 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat11.9 g18.3%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat3.8 g19.2%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat2.8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat4.4 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.7 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 273 Calories from Fat 192

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 21.4 g 32.9%

Saturated Fat 6.9 g 34.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 27 mg 9%

Sodium 361.6 mg 15.1%

Total Carbohydrates 18.8 g 6.3%

Dietary Fiber 2.3 g9.2%

Sugars 3.9 g

Protein 4 g 8%

Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C 36.7%

Calcium 12.6% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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